Rickie S. Nunes

Rick S. Nunes

Presented By/Date: Connie Nunes and Family on June 26, 2023

Date of Birth: July 2, 1951        Date of Death: October 20, 2017

Dates of Military Service: 1968 to 1971

Service Branch/Stations: United States Marine Corps

Highest Rank & Primary Job/Position: Lance Corporal - Materials

Veterans Hometown: San Jose, California

Who is this Veteran?

Rickie S. Nunes was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the US Marine Corps.from Oct 1968 - Oct 1971. 

Born July 2, 1951 in Palo Alto, CA. He always said he was born to be a Marine. He was a proud American and wanted to serve his country, so he elected to enlist at age 17 when the Vietnam War was on and served two tours. In 2001 he moved to Central Point with his wife and kids. He was not only a resident but he became a business owner and owned the Napa Auto Parts in Central Point, OR.  He enjoyed living in Oregon until his passing in 2017. Rick loved his family deeply and lived life completely.

About this Tribute Tree: Black Tupelo / Sour Gum

Planting Date: November 2023.